KNIGHTS EDGE OUT STORM IN PRE SEASON TRIAL

Mitchell Pearce has wasted no time stamping his authority on the Knights.
Playing his first match since leaving the Roosters, Pearce was pivotal for Newcastle in an upset trial win over Melbourne today… setting up two tries, including one to Kayln Ponga.
The Storm kept plenty of their stars on the sidelines, but did play Cameron Munster.
Despite reports the club is unhappy with his off-field behaviour, officials say they’re not considering releasing him.